14-02-2025
Celebrate the magic of winter at Amherst's 2nd annual WinterFest Games
AMHERST, Mass. (WWLP) – In Amherst, the annual WinterFest Games will be held on Saturday.
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This day is full of family fun and friendly competition, complete with snowball fights, street hockey, and a Frosty Fun Carnival. There will also be the return of the Atkins Farms Cider Donut Eating Contest.
The WinterFest Games, which is organized by the Amherst Recreation and sponsored by Amherst Innovative Living and The Mill District General Store & Local Art Gallery, will be held at the Mill River Recreation Area in Amherst. It runs from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday.
This is in part of eight day long celebration, with festivities running until February 23rd. Some of the other events are as follows:
5th Annual Fire & Ice Festival and Luminaria on the Town Common – Saturday, February 22 from 3:00 to 7:00 pm
Educational Experiences – Embark on a WinterFest Story Walk with the Hitchcock Center for the Environment, take a 'Step Back in Time' at the Beneski Museum of Natural History, explore art and activities at the Mead Art Museum, learn how residents kept warm through the centuries at the Amherst History Museum, and discover the science behind ice cream with Herrell's Ice Cream.
Free Performances – Live music will be performed throughout the week from Roger Tincknell, Chhandika Chhandam Institute, and Carrie Ferguson and the Grumpy Time Band.
'Whether you're looking for active fun, educational experiences, or ways to enjoy the coldweather, WinterFest has you covered,' said Becky Demling, Amherst Recreation OutreachDirector. 'Most events are free or have minimal admission fees, making it an affordable way toenjoy the winter season with friends and family.'
For the full schedule of events, visit their website.
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